JUST IN: Hawks probe Botha Sigcau building gutted by fire
· Citizen
The Hawks have confirmed they are investigating a fire at the historic eleven‑storey Botha Sigcau building in Mthatha, Eastern Cape.
The historic eleven-storey building, which was once the government’s headquarters, was gutted by a massive blaze shortly after 6pm on Tuesday.
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Hawks spokesperson Warrant Officer Ndiphiwe Mhlakuvana told The Citizen the cause of the fire is being investigated.
“We are investigating the cause of the fire at the Sigcau building. We are not sure if the fire was deliberately started by someone. This will form part of our investigations.”
Mhlakuvana did not disclose whether the Hawks have any potential suspects for the blaze.
This is a developing story.
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